Retirement Savings Calculator for Huntsville, AL
Updated 2026 · Local data pre-filled
The median household income in Huntsville is $72,200. With a cost of living index of 90, your retirement needs will be lower than average. Planners generally recommend saving 10–15% of income; at Huntsville's median income that's $8,664–$10,830 per year.
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How Huntsville Compares to the National Average
Understanding how Huntsville stacks up helps you calibrate your financial planning.
| Metric | Huntsville, AL | US Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $270,000 | $420,800 | -35.8% |
| Median Monthly Rent | $750 | $1,713 | -56.2% |
| Median Household Income | $72,200 | $74,580 | -3.2% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.41% | 1.10% | -62.7% |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 100 | -10.0% |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, BLS, Zillow, NAR (2024–2025). Green = favorable for residents; red = less favorable.
Huntsville Financial Snapshot
- Population (Metro)
- 490,000
- Unemployment
- 2.8%
- Avg Commute
- 23 min
- Median Age
- 36.8
- Price-to-Rent Ratio
- 30.0x
- Annual Property Tax
- $1,107
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Frequently Asked Questions — Huntsville
What is the median home price in Huntsville, AL?
The median home price in Huntsville is $270,000 as of 2025–2026. This is below the national median of $420,800.
What is the average rent in Huntsville?
Median monthly rent in Huntsville is $750. That works out to $9,000/year, or 12% of the median household income — within the commonly recommended 30% of income guideline.
Is Huntsville affordable?
Huntsville's cost of living index is 90 vs. the national average of 100. With a median household income of $72,200/year and a median home price of $270,000, the price-to-income ratio is 3.7x. Huntsville remains relatively affordable compared to many US metros.
What is the property tax rate in Huntsville?
The effective property tax rate in Huntsville is 0.41% of assessed value. On the median home of $270,000, that's roughly $1,107/year ($92/month).